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Hybrid Yamaha Ray-Z Or TVS Jupiter CNG? Which Scooter Could Be The Perfect Choice For The Mileage Conscious? News24 –


Innovations often lead the market to new directions and, similar seems to be the case with the two-wheeler segment. Going by the new innovations in Hybrid and CNG powertrains a question that arises is would they be able to replace the existing petrol powered Scooters. Continuing in the new direction Yamaha has launched a Ray Z with a Mild Hybrid system and beyond that the beyond that TVS has been working on a CNG powered scooter as well.

Ray Z Hybrid

The Hybrid scooter has become one of the most widely acknowledged scooter due to the HYBRID technology that has been instilled in it. The 125 cc scooter has a onboard SMG to charge the battery and produce a power output of 8.2 ps along with a peak torque of 10.3 NM for quicker acceleration. The scooter has been priced at 85,830 Rs, and is readily available all across the market. The Hybrid Air cooled engine is the main standout feature of the scooter.

The scooter hence has a Hybrid power assist as well as a automatic start stop system that allows the vehicle to shut down the scooter and start up as necessary. This would help the scooter save up on fuel and provide a superior mileage. The Scooter allegedly gives out a mileage of about 68.75 km per liter. While there has already been a CNG powered bike the CNG Jupiter would be a new addition to the two wheeler market in India. The Jupiter CNG would be visually identical to the 125 cc version from the appearance. But underneath the scooter is powered by CNG.

TVS Jupiter CNG Specs And Features

TVS Jupiter CNG The scooter can run on both CNG and petrol. The CNG Jupiter would have 1.4 kg CNG tank with a small 2 litre petrol tank as well. As per TVS the scooter would reach a range of 226 km with a mileage of 84 km/kg. The scooter has a led headlight USB charger as well as a stand cut off.

The Bike would have a 125 cc engine churning out 9.4 nm of torque and around 8 horse power. Along with smart features such as LED headlamps, Bluetooth connectivity as well as other functionalities as well. The scooter would be brought to sale for the customers this year. So if mileage is your primary concern the Jupiter should be your choice and you should wait for it. But if you need a scooter right now the Ray Z could be the best possible choice. The Jupiter CNG was showcased at the Bharat Mobility expo and since than there has not been any update about the possible launch of the scooter. It might be launched soon In India.